Appeals and Reviews under the YCJA Flashcards
Who has the right to appeal a verdict in a youth criminal case?
The Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) grants both, the offender and the Crown, the right to appeal a sentence that they believe to be unfair
When are reviews conducted for youth sentences, and who has the ability to apply for them?
Applications for review may be made up to 6 months after the sentence was imposed
The situation of any youth sentenced to custody for more than 1 year is automatically reviewed at the end of the first year
Reviews can be requested by youth offenders, their families, or provincial authorities
What are the possible results of a review, and how can a youth offender avoid serving their complete sentence?
The judge conducting a review may keep or reduce a sentence, but never increase it
Reviews make it possible for a youth to avoid serving their complete sentence if their behaviour shows evidence of reform
